The sound of a 12-string is unmistakable, but 12 strings on a neck can make it a challenge for some players. There is a lot of tension and the nut width is generally wider. That’s why we created the Alvarez 8-string, bringing you 12-string shimmer with less tension and a standard width neck and nut.
We double up on the G (3rd) and D (4th) strings and it’s quite amazing how much 12-string shimmer you can get from just adding these two octaves. It also makes this guitar great fun for lots of exploration, and the octave tones when fingerpicking add a little extra dimension and charm.
The AG 8-string has a superbly open and resonant voicing and instant response. This is a beautiful looking guitar with a flawless deep shine, thin poly Shadowburst finish, North American Sitka spruce top and fitted with the fantastic LR Baggs StagePro EQ and Element Pickup.
General:
Brand Name: Alvarez
Case Type: Case Not Included
Hardware Color: Chrome
Number of Strings: 8-String
Product Color: Shadowburst Gloss
Series: Alvarez Artist
Body:
Body Material: African Mahogany
Bracing Pattern: FS6 Forward Shifted, Tapered Tone Bars
Top Material: A+ Solid Sitka Spruce
Neck:
Fingerboard Inlay: 12th Fret Logo
Fingerboard Material: Laurel
Frets to Body: 14
Neck Joint: Set Neck
Neck Material: Mahogany
Number of Frets: 21 Frets
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 1.75"
Electronics:
Acoustic Electronics: LR Baggs StagePro EQ and Element Pick Up
Hardware:
Bridge Pins: PPS
Saddle Material: Bone
Tuning Machines: Premium Chrome Die-Cast